Animation Quote by John Lasseter
“Animation, for me, is a wonderful art form. I never understood why the studios wanted to stop making animation. Maybe they felt that the audiences around the world only wanted to watch computer animation. I didn't understand that, because I don't think ever in the history of cinema did the medium of a film make that film entertaining or not. What I've always felt is, what audiences like to watch are really good movies.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: Animation Conference, 2015
He defends animation as a valuable art form, arguing that audience preference is for quality storytelling, not just computer‑generated images.
In simple terms: Defends animation, emphasizing story over technology
Key Takeaway
Value storytelling quality over medium preference
Themes
art
animation
cinema
storytelling
Mood
passionate
defensive
Type
industry
philosophical
When to use this quote
- film criticism
- animation production
- studio decision‑making
- educational workshops
Key Concepts
Creative authenticity
audience perception
Questions to Reflect On
- How can studios balance art and profit?
- What defines a “good” movie beyond visuals?
A Different Perspective
Studio trends may favor cost‑effective CGI over craft
